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· Nov 18
Whatupdoe, Bluesky! We're Detroit's public radio station, covering the news, music and conversations that matter to you. Here's a growing list of our journalists on here to get you started 🦋
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New day, new bundle! When you donate to WDET today (Dec. 7), you’ll be automatically entered to win $100 gift cards to...
🍽️ Leña
💡 The Henry Ford
🏺 Pewabic Pottery
🏙️ Detroit Historical Museum
🥗 Better Health Market & Café
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🍽️ Leña
💡 The Henry Ford
🏺 Pewabic Pottery
🏙️ Detroit Historical Museum
🥗 Better Health Market & Café
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December 7, 2025 at 3:00 PM
New day, new bundle! When you donate to WDET today (Dec. 7), you’ll be automatically entered to win $100 gift cards to...
🍽️ Leña
💡 The Henry Ford
🏺 Pewabic Pottery
🏙️ Detroit Historical Museum
🥗 Better Health Market & Café
Enter now at wdet.org/give 🌟
🍽️ Leña
💡 The Henry Ford
🏺 Pewabic Pottery
🏙️ Detroit Historical Museum
🥗 Better Health Market & Café
Enter now at wdet.org/give 🌟
Drumroll, please! When you donate to WDET today (Dec. 6), you’ll be automatically entered to win $100 gift cards to...
🍽️ SAVOY Detroit
🍻 Batch Brewing Company
🧀 Mongers’ Provisions
🎭 Detroit Public Theatre
🥂 Hamilton’s and I|O Rooftop Lounge at the Godfrey Hotel
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🍽️ SAVOY Detroit
🍻 Batch Brewing Company
🧀 Mongers’ Provisions
🎭 Detroit Public Theatre
🥂 Hamilton’s and I|O Rooftop Lounge at the Godfrey Hotel
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December 6, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Drumroll, please! When you donate to WDET today (Dec. 6), you’ll be automatically entered to win $100 gift cards to...
🍽️ SAVOY Detroit
🍻 Batch Brewing Company
🧀 Mongers’ Provisions
🎭 Detroit Public Theatre
🥂 Hamilton’s and I|O Rooftop Lounge at the Godfrey Hotel
Enter now at wdet.org/give 🌟
🍽️ SAVOY Detroit
🍻 Batch Brewing Company
🧀 Mongers’ Provisions
🎭 Detroit Public Theatre
🥂 Hamilton’s and I|O Rooftop Lounge at the Godfrey Hotel
Enter now at wdet.org/give 🌟
We’re officially one week away from the party of the year!
Join us at the historic Berry Gordy Estate on Friday, Dec. 12 for Colors of Detroit, featuring dance parties, silent auctions, fine dining, Motown karaoke and more. Get tickets before we sell out: wdet.org/event/colors... 🕺
Join us at the historic Berry Gordy Estate on Friday, Dec. 12 for Colors of Detroit, featuring dance parties, silent auctions, fine dining, Motown karaoke and more. Get tickets before we sell out: wdet.org/event/colors... 🕺
December 5, 2025 at 9:49 PM
We’re officially one week away from the party of the year!
Join us at the historic Berry Gordy Estate on Friday, Dec. 12 for Colors of Detroit, featuring dance parties, silent auctions, fine dining, Motown karaoke and more. Get tickets before we sell out: wdet.org/event/colors... 🕺
Join us at the historic Berry Gordy Estate on Friday, Dec. 12 for Colors of Detroit, featuring dance parties, silent auctions, fine dining, Motown karaoke and more. Get tickets before we sell out: wdet.org/event/colors... 🕺
Looking for the perfect gift for a Detroiter who already has everything? We got you covered! This holiday season, share the peace of mind of trusted news, hand-picked music and community connection with a gift membership to WDET. Learn more at wdet.org/holiday 🎁
December 5, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Looking for the perfect gift for a Detroiter who already has everything? We got you covered! This holiday season, share the peace of mind of trusted news, hand-picked music and community connection with a gift membership to WDET. Learn more at wdet.org/holiday 🎁
Hunkering down at home is tempting as temperatures drop and snow falls, but these experiences are worth braving the weather for. Here are nine things to do this week in metro Detroit ❄️
Metro Events Guide: Making spirits bright with comedy, music and dance - WDET 101.9 FM
Keep out the chill this winter with live music, comedy, and don't miss out on holiday shopping with small businesses in metro Detroit.
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December 5, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Hunkering down at home is tempting as temperatures drop and snow falls, but these experiences are worth braving the weather for. Here are nine things to do this week in metro Detroit ❄️
Friday gift card bundle just dropped! When you donate to WDET today, you’ll be automatically entered to win $100 gift cards to...
🥘 YumVillage
🍻 Kuhnhenn Brewing Company
👗 The Peacock Room
🏛️ The Detroit Institute of Arts + Detroit Film Theatre
🍽️ Mabel Gray
Enter now at wdet.org/give ‼️
🥘 YumVillage
🍻 Kuhnhenn Brewing Company
👗 The Peacock Room
🏛️ The Detroit Institute of Arts + Detroit Film Theatre
🍽️ Mabel Gray
Enter now at wdet.org/give ‼️
December 5, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Friday gift card bundle just dropped! When you donate to WDET today, you’ll be automatically entered to win $100 gift cards to...
🥘 YumVillage
🍻 Kuhnhenn Brewing Company
👗 The Peacock Room
🏛️ The Detroit Institute of Arts + Detroit Film Theatre
🍽️ Mabel Gray
Enter now at wdet.org/give ‼️
🥘 YumVillage
🍻 Kuhnhenn Brewing Company
👗 The Peacock Room
🏛️ The Detroit Institute of Arts + Detroit Film Theatre
🍽️ Mabel Gray
Enter now at wdet.org/give ‼️
Protesters gathered outside DTE Energy’s Detroit headquarters yesterday to express frustration and distrust. The utility is asking the state for expedited approval of the company’s contracts with Oracle Corp. for a data center planned in Saline Township, near Ann Arbor.
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Michiganders urge regulators not to rush approval for data center power plan - WDET 101.9 FM
DTE Electric has asked the Michigan Public Service Commission to fast-track approval for its plan with Oracle to power the data center.
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December 4, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Protesters gathered outside DTE Energy’s Detroit headquarters yesterday to express frustration and distrust. The utility is asking the state for expedited approval of the company’s contracts with Oracle Corp. for a data center planned in Saline Township, near Ann Arbor.
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As the year comes to a close, we look ahead to what’s next in Michigan politics. Hear the bonus episode of MichMash now wherever you find podcasts 🎧
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Looking ahead at the remainder of 2025 - WDET 101.9 FM
We discuss data centers, the Michigan gubernatorial race and what items on the legislature's to-do list are likely to get accomplished.
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December 4, 2025 at 8:05 PM
As the year comes to a close, we look ahead to what’s next in Michigan politics. Hear the bonus episode of MichMash now wherever you find podcasts 🎧
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Today’s holiday gift card bundle is in! Donate to WDET today (Dec. 4) to be entered to win $100 gift cards to all five of these Detroit institutions. Enter now at wdet.org/give ✨
December 4, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Today’s holiday gift card bundle is in! Donate to WDET today (Dec. 4) to be entered to win $100 gift cards to all five of these Detroit institutions. Enter now at wdet.org/give ✨
Supporting local businesses is the gift that keeps on giving! When you donate to WDET today (Dec. 3), you’ll be automatically entered to win $100 gift cards to all five of these Detroit institutions. Enter now at wdet.org/give 🌟
December 3, 2025 at 9:36 PM
Supporting local businesses is the gift that keeps on giving! When you donate to WDET today (Dec. 3), you’ll be automatically entered to win $100 gift cards to all five of these Detroit institutions. Enter now at wdet.org/give 🌟
Want to support public radio and local businesses at the same time? When you donate to WDET today, you’ll be automatically entered to win $100 gift cards to all five of these Detroit institutions! Enter now at wdet.org/give 🌟
December 2, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Want to support public radio and local businesses at the same time? When you donate to WDET today, you’ll be automatically entered to win $100 gift cards to all five of these Detroit institutions! Enter now at wdet.org/give 🌟
Today is Giving Tuesday, which means it’s the perfect time to support your community resource for reliable information, hand-picked music and important conversations! Your donations keep Detroit Public Radio strong for generations to come. Pay it forward today at wdet.org/give 💙
December 2, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Today is Giving Tuesday, which means it’s the perfect time to support your community resource for reliable information, hand-picked music and important conversations! Your donations keep Detroit Public Radio strong for generations to come. Pay it forward today at wdet.org/give 💙
Happy Thanksgiving, Detroit! We’re grateful to have such awesome listeners 💞
November 27, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Happy Thanksgiving, Detroit! We’re grateful to have such awesome listeners 💞
Before the crowds line Woodward, crews across Detroit are making parade magic happen. WDET’s Pat Batcheller and The Parade Company’s President and CEO, Tony Michaels, discuss how America’s Thanksgiving Parade prepares for its big moment.
America's Thanksgiving Parade is ready to roll - WDET 101.9 FM
This will be the 99th edition of Detroit's biggest holiday celebration. Organizers estimate close to 1 million spectators will show up.
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November 26, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Before the crowds line Woodward, crews across Detroit are making parade magic happen. WDET’s Pat Batcheller and The Parade Company’s President and CEO, Tony Michaels, discuss how America’s Thanksgiving Parade prepares for its big moment.
U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell says proposed limits to the Clean Water Act by the Trump administration could harm Michigan communities. She told WDET’s Quinn Klinefelter the changes would weaken protections for the Great Lakes and make it harder to keep waterways safe.
Michigan Congresswoman Dingell fears Trump's proposed limits to Clean Water Act - WDET 101.9 FM
The Trump administration wants to cut the number of waterways protected under the Clean Water Act. U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell says the protective measures stop pollution from flowing to large bodies of…
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November 24, 2025 at 2:51 PM
U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell says proposed limits to the Clean Water Act by the Trump administration could harm Michigan communities. She told WDET’s Quinn Klinefelter the changes would weaken protections for the Great Lakes and make it harder to keep waterways safe.
Ford has opened its new 2.1 million square foot global headquarters in Dearborn. WDET’s @alexmclenon.bsky.social walks listeners through what’s inside.
Ford Motor Company opens new world headquarters building - WDET 101.9 FM
The new facility in Dearborn aims to bring several branches of the car company under one roof, in a building Ford expects to last 100 years.
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November 20, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Ford has opened its new 2.1 million square foot global headquarters in Dearborn. WDET’s @alexmclenon.bsky.social walks listeners through what’s inside.
A six-vote margin in the Hamtramck mayoral election has Mahmood questioning the results.
WDET’s Emma George-Griffin breaks down the tensions behind the call for a recount.
WDET’s Emma George-Griffin breaks down the tensions behind the call for a recount.
Hamtramck mayoral election decided by 6 votes, Mahmood files recount - WDET 101.9 FM
Muhith Mahmood said he is filing a recount after yesterday’s official election results deemed Adam Alharbi the winner of the Hamtramck mayoral election by only 6 votes.
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November 19, 2025 at 9:08 PM
A six-vote margin in the Hamtramck mayoral election has Mahmood questioning the results.
WDET’s Emma George-Griffin breaks down the tensions behind the call for a recount.
WDET’s Emma George-Griffin breaks down the tensions behind the call for a recount.
Colors of Detroit takes over the Berry Gordy Estate on December 12.
Live broadcast with Don Was and Ann Delisi, strolling dinner, Motown karaoke, a silent auction and a late-night dance party with Detroit DJs.
VIP or dance party only tickets are available.
wdet.org/event/colors...
Live broadcast with Don Was and Ann Delisi, strolling dinner, Motown karaoke, a silent auction and a late-night dance party with Detroit DJs.
VIP or dance party only tickets are available.
wdet.org/event/colors...
November 19, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Colors of Detroit takes over the Berry Gordy Estate on December 12.
Live broadcast with Don Was and Ann Delisi, strolling dinner, Motown karaoke, a silent auction and a late-night dance party with Detroit DJs.
VIP or dance party only tickets are available.
wdet.org/event/colors...
Live broadcast with Don Was and Ann Delisi, strolling dinner, Motown karaoke, a silent auction and a late-night dance party with Detroit DJs.
VIP or dance party only tickets are available.
wdet.org/event/colors...
With trust in major news organizations at an all-time low, Danielle Brown, a journalism professor at Michigan State University, asked Black communities who they trust for news and found they often turn to their own messengers.
The Metro: Black Midwesterners find alternative messengers for their news - WDET 101.9 FM
When Professor Danielle Brown asked Black communities in the Midwest if they trusted the media, she discovered that they have their own trusted messengers for news
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November 19, 2025 at 1:59 PM
With trust in major news organizations at an all-time low, Danielle Brown, a journalism professor at Michigan State University, asked Black communities who they trust for news and found they often turn to their own messengers.
Mayor-elect Mary Sheffield’s transition team says Detroit stakeholders from across the city are helping shape her new administration.
WDET’s Quinn Klinefelter speaks with Attorney Butch Hollowell, who is leading the transition effort.
WDET’s Quinn Klinefelter speaks with Attorney Butch Hollowell, who is leading the transition effort.
Sheffield team says all of city's stakeholders are helping design new mayoral administration - WDET 101.9 FM
WDET's Quinn Klinefelter speaks with Attorney Butch Hollowell, who is leading Sheffield’s transition team.
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November 18, 2025 at 9:37 PM
Mayor-elect Mary Sheffield’s transition team says Detroit stakeholders from across the city are helping shape her new administration.
WDET’s Quinn Klinefelter speaks with Attorney Butch Hollowell, who is leading the transition effort.
WDET’s Quinn Klinefelter speaks with Attorney Butch Hollowell, who is leading the transition effort.
Sports gambling is everywhere, but what does it mean for fans, athletes, and the future of the game?
@jemelehill.bsky.social joined The Metro to break down how betting is reshaping sports culture and to revisit the complicated legacy of the Pistons icon caught up in it.
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@jemelehill.bsky.social joined The Metro to break down how betting is reshaping sports culture and to revisit the complicated legacy of the Pistons icon caught up in it.
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The Metro: Gambling in sports and Pistons icon's legacy amid scandal - WDET 101.9 FM
Recent arrests concerning an illegal sports gambling ring raises questions about how betting changed the sports world and Chauncey Billups' reputation.
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November 17, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Sports gambling is everywhere, but what does it mean for fans, athletes, and the future of the game?
@jemelehill.bsky.social joined The Metro to break down how betting is reshaping sports culture and to revisit the complicated legacy of the Pistons icon caught up in it.
wdet.org/2025/11/17/t...
@jemelehill.bsky.social joined The Metro to break down how betting is reshaping sports culture and to revisit the complicated legacy of the Pistons icon caught up in it.
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Tonight’s the night! For the first time in over 20 years, Big Sonic Heaven will be back on Detroit’s airwaves, highlighting the best in shoegaze, trip-hop and beyond. Listen live from 9 p.m. to midnight on 101.9 FM, or catch the show on-demand after it airs on wdet.org and in the WDET app 🎶
November 16, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Tonight’s the night! For the first time in over 20 years, Big Sonic Heaven will be back on Detroit’s airwaves, highlighting the best in shoegaze, trip-hop and beyond. Listen live from 9 p.m. to midnight on 101.9 FM, or catch the show on-demand after it airs on wdet.org and in the WDET app 🎶
Tune in to Essential Music this afternoon to hear Ann chat with Darren Revell about Big Sonic Heaven’s WDET debut! Listen live from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on 101.9 FM, wdet.org/listen-live + in the WDET app (and don’t miss Big Sonic Heaven tomorrow from 9 p.m. to midnight!) 🎶
November 15, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Tune in to Essential Music this afternoon to hear Ann chat with Darren Revell about Big Sonic Heaven’s WDET debut! Listen live from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on 101.9 FM, wdet.org/listen-live + in the WDET app (and don’t miss Big Sonic Heaven tomorrow from 9 p.m. to midnight!) 🎶
Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall makes his MichMash debut this week to share his take on the state budget, gubernatorial candidates and more. Take a listen wherever you find podcasts 🎧
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State House Speaker Matt Hall wants more H.E.A.T. and less ‘pork’ - WDET 101.9 FM
Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall makes his MichMash debut this week to share his take on recent events involving the Michigan legislature.
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November 14, 2025 at 10:40 PM
Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall makes his MichMash debut this week to share his take on the state budget, gubernatorial candidates and more. Take a listen wherever you find podcasts 🎧
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This week, seven Democrats and one independent voted to reopen the federal government. Michigan U.S. Senator @peters.senate.gov voted to keep it closed. He spoke with @mcnamarawdet.bsky.social about why.
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Federal government is back open, but at what cost? - WDET 101.9 FM
U.S. Senator Gary Peters knows some people are upset with his colleagues caving to Republicans, but bristles at calls for leadership change.
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November 14, 2025 at 8:07 PM
This week, seven Democrats and one independent voted to reopen the federal government. Michigan U.S. Senator @peters.senate.gov voted to keep it closed. He spoke with @mcnamarawdet.bsky.social about why.
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